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2012 Subaru Forester
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Catonsville, MD
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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I don’t write many reviews but I felt one employee
I don’t write many reviews but I felt one employee deserved to be recognized. Celenne M, the Title Clerk. After leasing a car from another Gettel location more than two months ago, she inherited my problems. The title, tags and registration had to be transferred from another state. Additionally, I had numerous changes in paperwork to do and temporary tags to change out. It has been a frustrating situation. And took a lot of work. She constantly kept in touch with me and took care of everything without me having to contact her. This is made it could’ve been a really difficult and unhappy experience a good one. Thank you
I’m the 3rd owner of a 2012 Subaru Forester purchased at
I’m the 3rd owner of a 2012 Subaru Forester purchased at approx 175,000 miles and it still runs pretty good! It does burn oil up pretty quickly and mine has issues with reading the levels and won’t give me a warning light so i check the dip stick often. Mine did have exhaust issues and had to replace a rested out piping from the cat back, but mufflers were still good. Also the Oxygen sensor was a problem for awhile, which you can only use on brand for it to work properly. Gas mileage is decent for the size of the vehicle and its age. Only wish the front seats went back more bc my taller girlfriend who is 5’11 with long legs struggles to fit and be comfortable in the passenger seat.
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Went in to get my 2018 Chevy Tahoe serviced as it was
Went in to get my 2018 Chevy Tahoe serviced as it was having some issues. The repair ended up being more than we were anticipating and we had been needing a truck so my husband started looking. They showed us a 2016 GMC 3500 with very low miles. They made the process as seamless as possible and even helped to keep our kids entertained during the wait. This is our 3rd vehicle we have bought from them and we love using them! Hudson and Chris were both fantastic!
Great Value, Great Car!
One of the most comfortable cars I have owned. The things I love best. the reliability of the vehicle, only regular maintenance with higher miles, The huge moon roof, and the simple design of the interior of car. This car is loaded yet has very minimal control buttons which is perfect for me rather than trying to figure out how to operate everything. Best car I have ever owned especially buying used with high miles.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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I have now purchased two vehicles from Rich’s Car Corner.
I have now purchased two vehicles from Rich’s Car Corner. I recently purchased a work truck and Dante, my salesman took really good care of me. He Answered all my questions and had great communication. The original vehicle which I bought many years ago, was sold to a friend and he’s still driving it, and it has 200,000 miles on it now. Rich, the owner, worked with Dante to also set me up with a six month or 6000 mile warranty for a piece of mind for my used truck purchase. it was easy to finance this vehicle as I have worked with the same finance company before and the whole approval only took less than 15 minutes. I give this dealer a five star rating and would recommend anyone looking for a good used car to come here. They will take good care of you
Great SUV
Great car for snow and icy conditions. The car is solid. Engine and transmission are solid. Spacious and comfort. Mileage is decent I can get 27 mpg in highway.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Had a great experience buying a Toyota Camry.
Had a great experience buying a Toyota Camry. They were very helpful and it was a positive experience.
Safe, reliable and well renowned
This car was roomy, affordable and had great reviews from my family and friends. 4 cylinder makes it great on gas and I'm hoping like I've heard that it will last for years to come.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Friendly helpful sales guy Dylan.
Friendly helpful sales guy Dylan. No pressure. Spelled out issues ahead of time as I was buying an “as is” older vehicle. Fees were half what the big guys charge. Easy to work with! With a small deposit he held the car for a week for me seeing it was snowing and I had to drive 120 miles to get home.
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This is my third Subaru. It is a reliable car. It is fun to drive. I may not work for a large family. I never had the feeling that I can't rely of this car. It is a lot of fun to drive in the snow. It is very comfortable to drive long distance. I would recommend this car an would have my kids drive it.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Mancini motors quickly, efficiently, and most
Mancini motors quickly, efficiently, and most importantly, professionally rectified a sudden car need for my niece. This was the quickest I’ve ever bought a car and I could not be more pleased with both Jeff and Jamie! These two went above and beyond to help put my niece in a new car that would be suitable to her needs with care and professionalism! They followed through on everything they said and were very fair and provided full disclosure. We felt very comfortable with the entire experience and would definitely recommend the business!
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Incredibly knowledgeable and professional.
Incredibly knowledgeable and professional. I was shopping around for an AWD sedan in the area and United Auto had what I was looking for. Rodney and Miguel were tremendously helpful in showing me a Subaru Legacy. Highly recommend United Auto!
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If the vehicle was closer i would have3 gotten it and it
If the vehicle was closer i would have3 gotten it and it wasn't the color i was looking for
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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love my Honda
Great place to buy a used car, love my Honda, highly recommended.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Josh was easy to work with and helpful.
Josh was easy to work with and helpful. We did have some trouble with the truck we bought but he worked with us to get it repaired.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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I found the truck of my dreams!
I was totally pleased with the service I received. The truck was everything and more that I wanted. The customer service was exceptional and Mr.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Best place ever to shop for a used car.
Chip was very helpful he never once pressured me to try something I didn’t want to drive I’ve bought 2 cars and would recommend my own family to them also had service work done there and mark is pretty helpful in any situation with cars. Thanks chip and Cory.
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We bought a car from them on 8/20/25 and it was a great
We bought a car from them on 8/20/25 and it was a great experience. Jossue and Tim were Great people to work with. Definitely would do it again.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Touring
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Trade in my truck for a used truck
I am a customer that purchased my current 2010 Colorado Crew Cab LT under this company. I want to make a few great statements about this company especially Mr. Bruno Medina and his staffs. When I first came to their shop to check out the truck, test drove it, and was impressed with how the engine looked due to its past records as being a commercial truck. There were few things that needed to be fixed such as the speedometer, muffler, and rust on the frame rails. The overall outcome is if you are very honest with them about your trade in (which was my old 2004 GMC Canyon single cab that was going to be NO good within few months due to new England’s weather and its age, of course.) They return the honesty back to you. I was very satisfied how Mr. Bruno allowed me to observe how much work they put into my new truck to get it to my satisfaction. They do fabulous mechanic work on anything if you request nicely. I even drove my current truck to Louisiana from Massachusetts to help my family members that went through hurricanes recently and drove back to Massachusetts with NO problems. Mr. Bruno was very confident with my question: “Will this truck last me down to Louisiana and back to Massachusetts?” He surely made sure it would and it did! This shop deserves a 5 star with no questions! I would go back if my truck needs anything else or whatsoever! A big recommendation to go to this shop if you are seeking for a reasonable price, reasonable transportation, or reasonable financing methods. They are very friendly! Courtney
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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Best service cheaper than dealer and very friendly.
Best service cheaper than dealer and very friendly. I trust them with mine and my kids cars to work on. 10/10 👍👍✅
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Honest and friendly.
Honest and friendly. Purchased a truck for a great price and they made it so easy. Highly recommend
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Imports and More
They were very helpful! We bought a car from them a few years ago and it still runs good! This dealership is trustworthy. The only complaint I have is that it’s hard to pull in to the parking lot.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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Great car buying experience!
I was in the market to purchase a reliable used car for my daughter for under $5k. We had been all over town for a couple of weeks. We finally landed at Sensible Choice Saturday and immediately knew this experience was going to be different. The office was clean and welcoming. Wayne was our salesperson - he was exactly what we needed. I told him what we were looking for, he showed us what he had in his inventory and told us to take a look at which ones we were interested in. We looked at a few cars and test drove a couple of them. We found our car without feeling pressure. Wayne was incredibly helpful and gave us a positive car buying experience. I would definitely recommend Sensible Choice and specifically Wayne.
Subaru Forester prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Subaru Forester | $37,592 | 9 Good deals |
| 2025 Subaru Forester | $31,265 | 13 Good deals |
| 2024 Subaru Forester | $30,238 | 7 Good deals |
| 2023 Subaru Forester | $27,855 | 19 Good deals |
| 2022 Subaru Forester | $25,442 | 9 Good deals |
| 2021 Subaru Forester | $21,644 | 6 Good deals |
| 2019 Subaru Forester | $19,197 | 7 Good deals |
| 2017 Subaru Forester | $14,942 | 4 Good deals |
About the 2012 Subaru Forester
2.5X shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 23
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
How much does the 2012 Subaru Forester cost?
The 2012 Subaru Forester price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2012 Forester is $8,889, with pricing starting at $3,595.
What is the MPG of the 2012 Subaru Forester?
The 2012 Subaru Forester offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway for a combined rating of 23 MPG.
These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on the selected vehicle trim, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2012 Subaru Forester?
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Is the 2012 Subaru Forester reliable?
The 2012 Subaru Forester has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Forester owners.
Is the 2012 Subaru Forester a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2012 Subaru Forester.
- Comfort
- 4.3
- Interior
- 4.0
- Performance
- 4.1
- Value
- 4.3
- Exterior
- 4.3
- Reliability
- 4.5
83% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort
- 4.3
- Interior
- 4.0
- Performance
- 4.1
- Value
- 4.3
- Exterior
- 4.3
- Reliability
- 4.5
2.5X (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5X PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X | 4dr Auto 2.5X |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $22,095 | Starting at $20,895 | Starting at $20,595 | Starting at $21,795 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
| Engine | |||
| 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5X Limited (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5X Limited | 4dr Auto 2.5X Limited PZEV |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $26,595 | Starting at $26,895 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 23 | 23 |
| Engine | |
| 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5X Premium (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5X Premium PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X Premium PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X Premium | 4dr Auto 2.5X Premium |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $24,595 | Starting at $23,595 | Starting at $23,295 | Starting at $24,295 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
| Engine | |||
| 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5X Touring (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5X Touring | 4dr Auto 2.5X Touring PZEV |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $27,895 | Starting at $28,195 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 23 | 23 |
| Engine | |
| 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5XT Premium (1 style)
| Style |
|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5XT Premium |
| Inventory price |
| Starting at $27,095 |
| Combined MPG |
| 21 |
| Engine |
| 224.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5XT Touring (1 style)
| Style |
|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5XT Touring |
| Inventory price |
| Starting at $29,895 |
| Combined MPG |
| 21 |
| Engine |
| 224.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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